Quality Architect

EPAM Systems, Inc.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Flexible benefits

Sponsored tech talks & hackathons

LinkedIn learning access

Job summary

EPAM Systems, Inc. is seeking an Architect (Test Automation) in Chennai to own customers' business goals and technical requirements, design full-cycle test automation infrastructure, and lead architecture engagements across geographies.

The role emphasizes building maintainable TA frameworks, collaborating with stakeholders, and guiding pre-sales activities. The ideal candidate brings 12–15 years of IT experience, strong Java/C#/.NET or Python skills, familiarity with GenAI tooling, and proven

Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years of IT industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect large-scale solutions with in-depth technical specifications.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to determine project requirements.
• Build TA solutions that are maintainable, extensible, and modular while adhering to SOLID principles and design patterns.
• Develop and sustain TA frameworks, solutions, and shared formats across projects.
• Establish and execute comprehensive test automation strategies (roadmap, tooling, framework, methodology).
• Produce and update documentation covering automation processes, workflows, and configurations.
• Guide the definition, selection, and expansion of test automation architecture frameworks.
• Lead continuous improvement of test processes, tools, and techniques for digital transformation.
• Participate hands-on in pre-sale efforts (proposals, RFPs, RFIs, demonstrations).
• Liaise with customers during solution architecture design and implementation phases.

Skills

Java

C#/.NET

Python

JavaScript/TypeScript

GenAI tools familiarity

Leadership

Tools

Automation frameworks

Job description

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.We're seeking an Architect (Test Automation) to own customers' business goals and technical requirements, design full-cycle project infrastructure, and determine the components that will make up the product. This position suits individuals passionate about engineering solutions and technologies, offering chances to build proofs of concept, engage in pre-sales, advise clients, and audit existing solutions to assess effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.ResponsibilitiesArchitect large-scale solutions with in-depth technical specificationsCollaborate with business stakeholders to determine project requirementsBuild TA solutions that are maintainable, extensible, and modular while adhering to industry best practices such as SOLID principles and design patterns, enabling project and program teams to implement themDevelop and sustain TA frameworks, solutions, and shared formats that can be leveraged across all company projects and programsEstablish and execute comprehensive test automation strategies, covering roadmap, tooling, framework, and methodologyProduce and update documentation covering automation processes, workflows, and configurationsAssess and choose optimal test automation tools suited to various needsGuide the definition, selection, and expansion of test automation architecture frameworksTrack and report key quality indicators, including defect density, test coverage, and release cycle times across manual, automated, and performance testingSupervise manual and automated testing initiatives to confirm functional, integration, regression, and performance requirements are metLead continuous improvement efforts in test processes, tools, and techniques to support digital transformationConduct architecture reviews and auditsDetermine project requirements and objectives needed to achieve a \"go-live\" solutionParticipate hands-on in pre-sale efforts, including proposals, RFPs, RFIs, and demonstrationsLiaise directly with customers throughout solution architecture design and implementation phasesRequirements12 to 15 years of IT industry experienceFamiliarity with GenAI tools, testing AI/ML-based systems, working with LLMs, MCPs, RAG, and assessing Agents via DeepEval/RagasSkilled in at least one programming or scripting language, with preference for Java, C# .NET, or PythonWorking knowledge of JavaScript and TypeScriptAwareness of current industry trends and best practicesDemonstrated initiative and leadership in architectural engagementsWe offerOpportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographiesVast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certificationsOpportunity to share your ideas on international platformsSponsored Tech Talks & HackathonsUnlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutionsPossibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projectsFocused individual developmentBenefit package:Health benefitsRetirement benefitsPaid time offFlexible benefitsForums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc.)